Policy Articles
Dry Bean Scene
Published February 7, 2020
Speaking at an agriculture convention this week, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue outlined the trade needs between the U.S. and Europe. Get the details in the Dry Bean Scene, made possible by the Northarvest Bean Growers Association.Working on WHIP+ Details for Sugarbeet Growers
Published February 7, 2020
The sugarbeet harvest across the Red River Valley came to an end in early November, leaving thousands of acres of crop unharvested. "It was an unprecedented year across the sugarbeet industry and certainly the Red River Valley was hit the…Noem Watching Hemp Bill Movement
Published February 6, 2020
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem responded to the movement of hemp legislation on Thursday. "I'm hopeful we'll get to a point where there's a bill that responsibly address the hemp program and I'll considering signing it." If the bill continues…SD House Ag Committee Moves Hemp Bill
Published February 6, 2020
A bill to legalize hemp production in South Dakota passed through the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee on Thursday. Committee Chairman Tom Brunner reflects on the bill that will now be debated by the full House. "We allowed Governor…NCBA Rolls Out Policy Priorities at 2020 Convention
Published February 5, 2020
At the Cattle Industry Convention in San Antonio, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association unveiled their top policy priorities for 2020. The focal points include trade and market access, fake meat, climate policy, fair cattle markets and regulatory reform. This list…Crop Quality a Big Unknown
Published February 5, 2020
Crop quality was a big question for Farm Services Agency Deputy Administrator for Farm Programs Bill Beam at the Northern Corn and Soybean Expo. "At this point, we are into trying to figure out what those quality issues are. We…Goal: Expand Animal Agriculture in ND
Published February 5, 2020
The 2019 growing season may be a wake-up call for farmers. North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Boeshans says animal agriculture can help utilize the feedstuffs grown in the state. "This past year made it very evident that we…FSA Setting Up Appointments
Published February 5, 2020
With the CRP general sign-up, the ARC/PLC sign-up, the Market Facilitation Program and WHIP-plus, it is a busy time for the Farm Service Agency county offices. According to North Dakota State Executive Director Brad Thykeson, appointments are being taken. "If…Trump Touts Trade
Published February 5, 2020
During the State of the Union address, President Donald Trump touted trade policies including the new U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Trump said the USMCA will expand markets for farmers and ranchers. The president said the trade deal delivers more fairness and reciprocity…